Homemade coffee candy: the ideal treat

A timeless taste with coffee aroma.

One of the sweetest memories we have is the smell of butter and sugar - and of course the reason for the butter candies. The candies that our grandfather put in our pockets when we left his house, the candies that the kiosk gave us for rest when he had no money, the ones that we found hidden in jars when we visited foreign apartments on boring visits and the ones that we still meet in bags , in small coffee grinders and nuts shops.

We may have grown up, but butter candies remain just as delicious, and it is very easy to make them at home. Of course, because as adults we have our own toys, we enriched the candies with a strong coffee aroma. They are ideal for snacking, for treating, but also to prepare wonderful handmade gifts for those we love.

What do we need for coffee candies?

- Half a cup of butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups full cream
- 1 cup glucose syrup
- Or tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon honey or petimezi
- 2 Tablespoons instant coffee


How do we prepare coffee candies?

In a saucepan over low heat, boil the butter, sugar, sour cream, salt, and glucose syrup.
Once the mixture is homogenous and boils, immerse the thermometer
Lower the heat and continue boiling, stirring, until the mixture reaches 120 degrees Celsius.
Pour the instant coffee (dissolved in a little water) and honey and remove from the heat
Pour our mixture on non-stick paper, which we have buttered
Leave it to cool and tighten, ideally for 8 hours
Cut into small pieces and wrap in cellophane


Tips for delicious coffee candies

Temperature measurement is necessary in order to have the right result. A special thermometer (which will also serve us in our extractions) is the equipment we need.
If we want to offer the candies as a gift, we can wrap them in colorful cellophane and then wrap them in beautiful, handmade bags
We use instant coffee, for a more intense taste and aroma
The candies are kept out of the fridge, in a cool and shady place for a long time.
Beware of calories: butter, sugar and sour cream create a calorie bomb, so it is good to consume them in moderation.
Candies are not suitable for children, as they contain caffeine. Keeping the basic recipe and replacing coffee with cocoa, we make delicious and kid friendly chocolate candies!

Memories are like candy - they are just as sweet, no matter how many years pass. And if they also have a coffee aroma, even better!